HOGENAKKAL FALLS

Huddled on the border of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, Hogenakkal Falls is a scenic delight on River Kaveri. One of the most popular places to visit in Tamil Nadu, this waterfall is one of the best getaways to relish some serenity and enjoy a memorable experience.

A spectacle that will remind you of Niagara Falls, this waterfall means ‘Smoky rocks’ in the local language. This gorgeous cascade falls from a height of 700 metres, Hogenakkal Falls will enthral you with its natural beauty and the thundering sounds.

If you like a little adventure, you can choose between swimming and a coracle ride to make the best use of your day outing with your loved ones. Best visited during the early monsoon season, this waterfall is an ideal weekend getaway from Bangalore. Another popular activity to be enjoyed here is trekking to Melagiri Hills and capturing the scenic beauty of the forests nearby.

Highlight: Coracle ride, swimming, trekking, photography etc.

Location: Hogenakkal Falls, Kaveri river on the border between Dharmapuri district of Tamil Nadu and Chamrajnagar district of Karnataka.